In addition to non-stick coatings for industrial bakeware, the expansion supports the increased capacity for kitchenware and low-friction applications. 

The company has a specific cut-off date at which BYK will ship the last batch of additives with PFAS content.

In addition to exhibiting at the event, Vice President, Richard Czarnecki will participate in the event's keynote panel discussion and discuss Navigating Materials of Concern in the Coatings Industry.

Two innovative PFAS-free product solutions that master many current challenges in the production of films, pipes, profiles, fibers and much more prevent melt fracture, reduce the viscosity of the melt, reduce die build-up, and allow faster material changes.

Human stewardship of the Earth is undergoing a metamorphosis—and for very good reasons. The planet is getting hotter, and the situation is getting worse. How can the paint industry, whose products literally cover the Earth, re-engineer its products and processes toward a more sustainable future?

For those looking to replace PFAS in their coatings formulations, this article discusses some experiments and data that show how organosilicones compare to PFAS compounds in critical performance criteria such as low surface tension/surface energy, COF, water repellency, oil repellency, stain resistance, and chemical stability.

The company said rising concerns about the impact of PFAS on human health and the environment have led to a growing demand for PTFE alternatives.

Lubricating coatings on razor blades are thin films that reduce friction between the blade and the skin during shaving and reduce the force required to cut hair. A new class of nanoscale surface treatments are very promising candidates for replacing PTFE on cutting edges, and can provide good cutting performance and durability, while reducing the potential risks to the environment and human health.